Temposonics®

Magnetostrictive Linear Position Sensors

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– Smallest magnetostrictive Sensor for Mobile Hydraulics BLE T
– Analog output up to 2,500 mm
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– Digital output up to 1,500 mm

The Measurable Difference

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1. Product description and technology

Temposonics ® sensors can be used in versatile mobile machines without any restriction and replace contact-based linear sensors like potentio-
meters. Highly dynamic systems are controlled safely by means of Temposonics ® sensors, thus enhancing the productivity, availability and qua-
lity of the working process of the machine. Insensitive to vibration, shocks, dust and weathering influence and electro-magnetic disturbances.
Temposonics ® MH Series sensors are successfully used in front axle and articulated frame steering cylinders, hydraulic jacks and in steering
systems for hydraulic units on agricultural and construction machinery.

1 Temposonics® 2 Flange housing 3 Position magnet 4 Pressure pipe

Connector system (IP69K)

Simple Mechanics Magnetostriction

The extremely robust sensor consists of the following main parts: Temposonics ® linear sensors are based on the magnetostrictive tech-
1 The innovative connector system which is easy to install in a few nology. By measuring the actual position with a non-contact position
seconds, any soldering or crimping needless, dust-and waterproof magnet the sensor operates 100% wear-free. The absolute operating
up to IP69K. principle enables reliable readings without any reference point or
2 The flange housing with built-in electronics and signal converter. recalibration. A mechanical strain pulse is triggered by the travelling
3 The position magnet as only moving part, which is assembled position magnet. The runtime of this ultrasonic wave is measured
into the piston bottom. This permanent magnet travels wear-free precisely and compiled into standard electronic output signals.
and contactless along the pressure pipe and measures the actual
position.
4 The pressure pipe placed within the drilled piston rod contains the

protected magnetostrictive sensing element.

Measurement principle
Magnetic field
Magnetic field strain pulse position magnet
- Due to small dimensions MH sensors require only little space
- Suitable for operating pressures up to 350 bar
- Unaffected by surrounding media such as ageing or foaming oil magnetostrictive
- Insensitive to shock and vibration sensing element
- Designed for all current supply voltages (12/24 VDC) (waveguide)
Moveable Current
- Temposonics ® sensors offer all common used output signals: position magnet interrogation
• Analog: VDC / mA pulse
• Bus protocols: CANopen, SAE J1939 Mechanichal
strain pulse

Strain pulse
detector

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2. Temposonics® connector system M12

MTS presents the innovative connector system for Temposonics® MH-Series

The Temposonics® Connector System meets the highest protection requirements important for a harsh environment in mobile hydraulic
applications. Protection type IP69K performs water and dust proof. In addition it is even resistive against high pressure water cleaning.

1 The MH sensor is delivered by MTS together with the new 2 The connector insert is taken out of the cylinder through a bore
connector system: hole. The flange can easily be clicked in position from outside.
The connector insert carrier is already connected to the sensor
conductors, i.e. no soldering, any colour or connection mistake.

3 Four standard screws must be tightened to mount the connector 4 With a corresponding mating plug the connector system fulfills
system on the cylinder. In case of using angled type connectors an IP rating of IP69K.
the connector insert can be rotated inside the flange in 45˚ steps.

- Absolutely easy and safe installation.

- No brazing or crimping of connecting leads is required.

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25.1 9
Ø 28
Ø 23 Ø15
Data Sheet

Ø7
3. Dimensions
Ø 11

3
8.9 26.8
6
MS-Sensor with M12 connector

40.9
Temposonics® MH-Series MS Analog/Digital

Mechanical configurations Model no. MH D 1 5 0 0 M N 1 2 G 3 V12

D Z = 63.5 mm (s ≤ 2500 mm*), Ø 7 mm pressure pipe F H V11
Form factor
F Z = 36.5 mm (s ≤ 1200 mm), Ø 7 mm pressure pipe A01
e.g.: s = 1500 mm F C01 4 7F
Stroke range s 0050…2500 mm (in 5 mm steps)*
e.g.: w = 120 mm J01 3 FD
Wire length w 60…240 mm (in 20 mm steps)

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Electrical configurations
G 1 = VDC 3 = GND 4 = Sig 2 = n.c.
MH Analog
H 1 = VDC 2 = Sig 3 = GND 4 = n.c.
MH Digital F 2 = VDC 3 = GND 4 = CAN HI 5 = CAN LO 1 = n.c.
A01 4…20 mA
MH Analog
V12 0.5…4.5 VDC
C01 CANopen
MH Digital
J01 SAE J1939
3 250 kbit/sec
Baudrate
4 125 kbit/sec
7F hex
Node ID
FD hex

All dimensions in mm Please see detailed model configuration on page 11 and 13.
*Note: Digital output only up to 1500 mm stroke range
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9
Ø 23

Ø 11 Ø7
3.1 Dimensions
MS-Sensor with cable

Ø 28
8.4 26.8
36.2 6

46.5

Mechanical configurations Model no. MH D 1 5 0 0 M T 1 0 A 3 V12

D Z = 63.5 mm (s ≤ 2500 mm), Ø 7 mm pressure pipe F V11
Form factor
F Z = 36.5 mm (s ≤ 1200 mm), Ø 7 mm pressure pipe A01
e.g.: s = 1500 mm C01 2 7F
Stroke range s 0050…2500 mm (in 5 mm steps)*
e.g.: w = 1000 mm J01 4 FD
Wire length w 300…9000 mm (in 100 mm steps)

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Electrical configurations
MS Analog BN = VDC WH = GND GN = Sig
A
MS Digital BN = VDC WH = GND GN = CAN LO YE = CAN HI
A01 4…20 mA
MS Analog
V12 0.5…4.5 VDC
C01 CANopen
MS Digital
J01 SAE J1939
2 500 kbit/sec
Baudrate
4 125 kbit/sec
7F hex
Node ID
FD hex
Data Sheet
Temposonics® MH-Series MS Analog/Digital

All dimensions in mm Please see detailed model configuration on page 11 and 13.
*Note: Digital output only up to 1500 mm stroke range
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4. In Cylinder assembly

Mechanical installation
The robust Temposonics® model MH sensor is designed for direct stroke measurement in hydraulic cylinders.
The Temposonics® MH sensor can be installed from the head side or the rod side of the cylinder depending on the cylinder design.

Example 22 S Z ≥ 3 mm
M12 connector system
2 M12 × 1
10 9 24

16H8 10
< 23.5

Ø 4,4 21 2
M12×1

21 40 17 16H8

> 25 26.8 -0.2

Sensor installation
10.5
The method of installation is entirely dependent on the cylinder design. 2.5
45°
While the most common method of installation is from the rod side of
the cylinder, an installation from the head side of the cylinder is also
possible. In both installation methods, the hermetic sealing of the
cylinder is given by an O-ring with additional back up ring.

Please pay attention:

1
• The position magnet shall not touch the pressure pipe.
• Piston rod drilling:
4.5
Depth: S + Z + 3 mm 8.5
Diameter:
Flange housing with e.g. retaining with set screw
Pressure Pipe Ø 7 O-ring and back-up ring DIN 913 M5 × 10 (with flat point!)
Drilling Ø 10 max. torque 0.5 Nm
• Do not exceed operating pressure.

D d
B

H h

Type B - Ø Cylinder D - Ø min. H - Depth d - Ø min. h - Depth Please pay attention to installation manual!
28H7 screwed
MS ≥ 32 26.8 + 0.2 23.5 < 25
28G7 welded All dimensions in mm

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4.1. Position magnets

Position magnets (please order separately)

Ø 32.8 mm
Ø 25.4 (1.29 in.)
Ø 17.4
Ø 23.8 mm Ø 4.3 mm
(0.94 in.) (0.17 in.)
Ø 13.5
Ø 13.5 7.9 7.9 7.9 mm
Ø 13.5 mm
(0.53 in.) (0.31 in.)

Part no. 401 032 400 533 201 542-2

Dimensions
ODM 17.4 mm 25.4 mm 32.8 mm
IDM 13.5 mm 13.5 mm 13.5 mm
Height 7.9 mm 7.9 mm 7.9 mm
Characteristics
Material PA neobond PA ferrite PA ferrite
Weight ca. 5 g ca. 10 g ca. 14 g
Operating temperature −40…+100 °C −40…+100 °C −40…+100 °C
Surface pressure* max. 20 N/mm2 max. 40 N/mm2 max. 40 N/mm2
Fastening torque for M4 screws – – max. 1 Nm

*max. mechanical burden, e.g.

by circlip, lock washers etc.

4.2. Magnet assembly in piston

Pressure pipe Ø 7
Ø 10 mm /
Ø 13 mm
OD

Piston rod drilling (min.) Ø 10

C W M S

Stainless steel POM, PU, Aluminum Steel

(non-magnetic)
S = ODM × 5 × IDM

Magnet (M) 401 032 400 533 201 542-2

OD 17.5 mm +0,2
25.5 mm +0,2
32.9 mm+0,2
h - Depth 13.5 mm 13.5 mm 13.5 mm

Please pay attention to installation manual!

All dimensions in mm

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5. Electrical installation
MH Analog Pin assignment “G” MH Analog
PIN assignment M12 (4 pin) wire assignment
(1) +12/24 VDC
Pin G H Color Signal
(2) n.c.
4 3
1 VDC VDC (3) GND (O V) BN VDC
2 n.c. Signal (4) Signal: mA, VDC WH GND

1 2 3 GND GND GN Signal

0 VDC
4 Signal n.c.
Pin assignment “H”

(1) +12/24 VDC

(2) Signal: mA, VDC
(3) GND (O V)
(4) n.c.

0 VDC

MH Digital Pin assignment “F” MH Digital

PIN assignment M12 (5 pin) wire assignment
Pin F (1) n.c. Color Signal
(2) +12/24 VDC
4 3 1 n.c. (3) GND (O V) BN VDC
2 VDC (4) CAN HI WH GND
5 (5) CAN LO
3 GND 120 Ω GN CAN LO
1 2
4 CAN HI Bus termination external YE CAN HI
5 CAN LO

Please pay attention to installation manual!

Connecting schematics on vehicle electronics: +12/24 VDC

+12/24 VDC
+ −
+ BAT −
4 3 BAT
VDC
GND
VDC 4 3
Signal
GND 1 2
cable shielding (optional)
Signal 1 2
cable shielding (optional)

GEN
GEN

Chassis GND
Chassis GND
M
M

All dimensions in mm

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Typical Applications for

Linear Motion Control in hydraulic cylinders

Blade Control
Press and return operation

Lift Control
Speed of lift up and lowering
related to actual load

Auxilary Steering

Front Loader:
Controlled Parallel
Guidance

Cabin Suspension

Electro-Hydraulic
Hitch Control

Axle Suspension

Steer by Wire
Electro-Hydraulic Steering

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6.1 MS Analog: Technical data

Input
Measured value Position
Stroke range 50…2500 mm (in 5 mm steps)
Output
Signal characteristic Analog output restricted by noise or A/D converter of control unit
Voltage 0.25…4.75 VDC / 0.5…4.5 VDC
Current 4…20 mA
Resolution Typ. 0.1 mm
Power up time Typ. 250 ms
Mounting zone 22 mm
Damping 36.5 / 63.5 mm
Accuracy
0050…0250 mm ≤ ±0.1 mm,
Linearity 0255…2000 mm ±0.04 % (F.S.),
2005…2500 mm ≤ ±0.8 mm
Repeatability ± 0.1 mm
Internal sample rate 2 ms
Setpoint tolerance ≤ 1 mm
Operating conditions
Mounting position Any
Operating temperature electronics −40…+105 °C
Storage temperature −25…+ 65 °C
Fluid temperature −30…+ 85 °C
Dew point, humidity EN60068-2-30, 90 % rel. humidity, no condensation
Pressure
Operating pressure ratings Pressure impulse test according DIN EN ISO 19879
Pressure Pipe Ø 7 mm
Nominal operating pressure (Pn) 300 bar
Max. overload pressure in cylinder (Pmax) 400 bar
Max. static proof pressure in cylinder (Pproof) 525 bar
IP rating
M12 connector EN60529 (IP69K) when plugged
Sensor housing EN60529 (IP67)
Environmental testing
Shock test IEC 60068-2-27, 100 g (11 ms) single shock, 50 g (11 ms) at 1000 shocks per axis
Vibration test IEC 60068-2-64, 15 g (r.m.s.) Ø 7 mm pressure pipe (10…2000 Hz) – resonance frequencies excluded
EMC ISO 14982 Agricultural and forest machines
test & evaluation EN 13309 Construction machines
Immunity: ISO 11452-2 (200 V/m Antenna), ISO 11452-4 (200 mA BCI)
Emissions: CISPR 16
Transiente Impulses: ISO 7637-2
E.S.D.: ISO/TR 10605
Materials and dimensions
Pressure pipe Stainless steel 1.4306 / AISI 304L
Housing Stainless steel 1.4305 / AISI 303
Sealing O-ring 23.47 ×2.62 mm NBR; Backup Ring 28 × 2 × 1.4 mm, Parker Parbaks 8-119 N1444-90 or 8-119 N0300-90
M12 connector insert Material: polyamide reinforces; O-ring 7 × 1.35 mm NBR 70; pins: brass with gold plated pins
M12 flange Brass nickel-plated with O-ring 13 × 1.6 NBR 70
Electrical installation
Connector M12 male plug or cable assembly
Supply voltage 12 VDC (8…32 VDC) 24 VDC (8…32 VDC)
Current consumption Typ. < 100 mA Typ. < 50 mA
Load (output VDC) RL > 10 kΩ RL > 10 kΩ
Load current (output VDC) Typ. 0.5 mA Typ. 0.5 mA
Loud (output mA) RL < 250 Ω RL < 500 Ω
Inrush current Max. 2.5 A / 2 ms Max. 4.5 A / 2 ms
Supply voltage ripple < 1 % p-p
Power drain <1W
Over voltage protection (GND-VDC) Up to +36 VDC
Polarity protection (GND-VDC) Up to −36 VDC
Insulation Resistance R ≥ 10 MΩ @ 60 sec
Electric strength 500 VDC (DC GND to chassis GND)

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Temposonics® Model configurator

M S M 3
a b c d e f

a Sensor model
M S Flange housing Ø 28 mm

b Form factor
D ≤ 2500 mm, Pressure pipe Ø 7 mm, Damping: 63.5 mm
F ≤ 1200 mm, Pressure pipe Ø 7 mm, Damping: 36.5 mm

c Stroke range (mm)

0050…2500 mm (in 5 mm steps)

d Electrical wiring
M12 connector (VDC – GND – SIG) incl. M12 flange Examples M12 connector
N G 4 pin (1-3-4), 60…240 mm cable length (in 20 mm steps) N08G = 080 mm
N H 4 pin (1-3-2), 60…240 mm cable length (in 20 mm steps) N10H = 100 mm
Cable assembly Example cable length
T A 300…9000 mm cable length (in 100 mm steps) T10A = 1000 mm

e Supply voltage
3 +12 / 24 VDC

f Output
V 1 1 0.25…4.75 VDC
V 1 2 0.5…4.5 VDC
A 0 1 4…20 mA

Scope of delivery:
Position sensor, O-ring, backup-ring, M12 connector system (optional)

Please order position magnets separately!

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6.2 MS Digital: Technical data

Input
Measured value Position and velocity
Stroke range 50…1500 mm (in 5 mm steps)
Velocity range 0…1000 mm/s
Output
Signal characteristic Bus-protocol: SAE J1939, CANopen protocol according to CiA DS-301 V4.1, device profile DS-406 V3.1
Resolution (position) 0.1 mm
Resolution (velocity) 1 mm/s
Boot up time Typ. 400 ms
CANopen: 1 ms
Cycle time
SAE J1939: 20 ms
Mounting zone 22 mm
Damping 36.5 / 63.5 mm
Accuracy
0050…0250 mm ≤ ±0.1 mm,
Linearity
0255…1500 mm ±0.04 % (F.S.)
Hysteresis ±0.1 mm
Internal sample rate 1 ms
Setpoint tolerance ±0.2 mm
Operating conditions
Mounting position Any
Operating temperature electronics −40…+105 °C
Storage temperature −25…+ 65 °C
Fluid temperature −30…+ 85 °C
Dew point, humidity EN60068-2-30, 90 % rel. humidity, no condensation
Pressure
Operating pressure ratings Pressure impulse test according to DIN EN ISO 19879
Pressure Pipe Ø 7 mm pressure pipe
Nominal operating pressure (Pn) 300 bar
Max. overload pressure in cylinder (Pmax) 400 bar
Max. static proof pressure in cylinder (Pproof) 525 bar
IP rating
M12 connector EN60529 (IP69K) when plugged
Sensor housing EN60529 (IP67)
Environmental testing
Shock test IEC 60068-2-27, 100 g (11 ms) single shock, 50 g (11 ms) at 1000 shocks per axis
Vibration test 15 g (r.m.s.) Ø 7 mm pressure pipe (10…2000 Hz) – resonance frequencies excluded
EMC ISO 14982 Agricultural and forest machines
test & evaluation EN 13309 Construction machines
Immunity: ISO 11452-2 (200 V/m Antenna), ISO 11452-4 (200 mA BCI)
Emissions: CISPR 25
Transiente Impulses: ISO 7637-2
E.S.D.: ISO/TR 10605
Materials and dimensions
Pressure pipe (Ø 10 mm / Ø 7 mm) Stainless steel 1.4306 / AISI 304L
Housing Stainless steel 1.4305 / AISI 303
Sealing O-ring 23.47 ×2.62 mm NBR; Backup Ring 28 × 2 × 1.4 mm, Parker Parbaks 8-119 N1444-90 or 8-119 N0300-90
M12 connector insert Material: polyamide reinforces; O-ring 7 × 1.35 mm NBR 70; pins: brass with gold plated pins
M12 flange Brass nickel-plated with O-ring 13 × 1.6 NBR 70
Electrical installation
Connector M12 male plug or cable assembly
Supply voltage 12 VDC (8…32 VDC) 24 VDC (8…32 VDC)
Current consumption Typ. < 100 mA Typ. < 50 mA
Inrush current Max. 1.0 A @ 2 ms Max. 1.5 A @ 2 ms
Bus termination (HI-LO) 120 Ω
Supply voltage ripple < 1 % p-p
Power drain < 1.5 W
Over voltage proctection (GND-VDC) Up to +36 VDC
Polarity protection (GND-VDC) Up to −36 VDC
Insulation Resistance R ≥ 10 MΩ @ 60 sec.
Electric strength 500 VDC (DC GND to chassis GND)

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Temposonics® Model configurator

M S M 3
a b c d e f g h

a Sensor model
M S Flange housing Ø 28 mm

b Form factor
D ≤ 1500 mm, Pressure pipe Ø 7 mm, Damping: 63.5 mm
F ≤ 1200 mm, Pressure pipe Ø 7 mm, Damping: 36.5 mm

c Stroke range (mm)

0050…1500 mm (in 5 mm steps)

d Electrical wiring
M12 connector (VDC – GND – HI – LO) incl. M12 flange Examples M12 connector
N F 5 pin (2-3-4-5), 60…240 mm cable length (in 20 mm steps) N08F = 080 mm
Cable assembly Example cable length
T A 300…9000 mm cable length (in 100 mm steps) T10A = 1000 mm

e Supply voltage
3 +12/24 VDC

f Output
C 0 1 CANopen cycle time 1 ms (default setting)
J 0 1 SAE J1939 cycle time 20 ms (default setting)

g Baud rate
CANopen (C01)
0 1000 kbit/s
1 800 kbit/s
2 500 kbit/s
3 250 kbit/s
4 125 kbit/s
6 50 kbit/s
SAE J1939 (J01)
3 250 kBit/s

h Node ID (CANopen) / Source adress (SAE J1939)

CANopen (C01)
hex 01…7F
SAE J1939 (J01)
hex 01…FD
Scope of delivery:
Position sensor, O-ring, backup-ring, M12 connector system

Please order position magnets separately!

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Accessories
Position magnets

OD17.4 Ring magnet OD25.4 Ring magnet OD33 Ring magnet

Part no. 401 032 Part no. 400 533 Part no. 201 542-2

Material: PA-Neobind Material: PA-Ferrit Material: PA-Ferrit-GF20

Weight: ca. 5 g Weight: ca. 10 g Weight: ca. 14 g
Operating temperature: −40…+100 °C Operating temperature: −40…+100 °C Operating temperature: −40…+100 °C
Surface pressure: max. 20 N/mm2 Surface pressure: max. 40 N/mm2 Surface pressure: max. 40 N/mm2
Fastening torque for M4 screw: max. 1 Nm

M12 Flange Testkits

M12 Flange (spare part) Testkit Analog Testkit Digital Testsoftware Digital
Part no. 253 769 Part no. 280 618 Part no. 254 267 Part no. 625 129

• MH-Serie analog / PWM Tester • USB CAN-Modul Kit: Software for MH Digital
• 12 VDC battery charger with - USB CAN-Modul
adapter (adapter main plug EU, - USB CAN-Modul Utility CD
adapter main plug UK) (driver & manual)
• cable with M12 connector • USB cable
• cable with pigtailed wires cable with MTS M12 connector
• carrying case and RS232 connector
• cable with RS232 connector
• carrying case
• 12 VDC power supply

Order information:
For complete package please
order both part numbers.

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